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- Cape Breton Island
A day trip through the southwest corner of Cape Breton Island, the Ceilidh Trail is a 107km (67 mi) scenic drive that provides rugged coastline views and a look into Nova Scotia’s strong Gaelic heritage. Mix and match the stops along the route to create your ideal day, whether you’re seeking outdoor adventures, cultural experiences or scenic lookoffs.
Morning
Begin your journey along the Ceilidh Trail just across the Canso Causeway in Port Hastings. As you travel through Judique and Port Hood, choose from a variety of experiences that let you explore the trail at your own pace.
- Visit the Celtic Music Interpretive Centre to learn about Cape Breton’s Celtic heritage, enjoy live music, or stop for a meal.
- Walk or bike the Celtic Shores Trail.
- Visit one of the 5 sandy beaches in Port Hood, including Lawrence’s Beach.
Afternoon
Continue North to Mabou, a community known for its strong musical traditions, local flavours, and coastal scenery.
- Tour Glenora Inn & Distillery, home to North America’s first single malt whisky distillery.
- Enjoy a lunch or afternoon break at the iconic The Red Shoe Pub.
- Take a stroll along the shoreline at West Mabou Beach Provincial Park and enjoy sweeping views of the coast.
Evening
End your day in Inverness or Margaree Harbour, where ocean views, golf, dining, and sunset views await.
- Spend time at Inverness Beach, a popular spot to watch the sunset over the Gulf of St. Lawrence.
- Settle in for the evening at Cabot Cape Breton in Inverness for a luxurious meal and stay. Spend another day on the Ceilidh trail if you want to play a round of golf on their world-famous seaside golf course!
- Enjoy dinner at Route 19 Brewing with a local craft beer, overlooking the water.
If you choose to end your day in Margaree Harbour, take some time to explore the historic fishing village, enjoy views of the Gulf of St. Lawrence, and settle in for the night at one of the area’s charming inns.
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